How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2180 - The SQL table required for the indices does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2 -

• Message number: 180

• Message text: The SQL table required for the indices does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2180 - The SQL table required for the indices does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2180 indicates that a required SQL table for the indices in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module does not exist. This error typically arises during operations that involve accessing or manipulating data in the APO system, particularly when the system expects certain database tables to be present but cannot find them.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Database Table: The most common cause of this error is that the necessary SQL table has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the APO system, leading to the system looking for tables that are not set up correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the transport did not include the necessary database objects.
  Database Migration: If the system has been migrated or upgraded, some tables may not have been migrated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify if the required SQL table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check for the specific table.
  Recreate the Table: If the table is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can often be done by executing the relevant SAP notes or using the appropriate transaction codes to regenerate the necessary database objects.
  Run Database Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM_CNS_CHECK to check for inconsistencies in the database and correct them.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  System Refresh: If the issue persists, consider refreshing the system or restoring from a backup if the table was accidentally deleted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system.
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for any prerequisites or setup instructions that may have been overlooked.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  Always ensure that you have proper backups and that you are following your organization's change management procedures when making changes to the database or system configurations.